Although Bangkok has imposed a ban on personal fireworks and floating lanterns during the New Year countdown, the city will host pyrotechnic shows at 14 designated locations.

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt announced on Wednesday that anyone wishing to set off fireworks or release lanterns to celebrate 2025 must obtain permission and outline the safety measures they will implement.

Violators face penalties of up to three years in prison and/or a fine of 60,000 baht.

Here are the locations in Bangkok where you can enjoy fireworks as we welcome 2025:

• Khlong San District: ICONSIAM
• Bang Kho Laem District: Asiatique: The Riverfront, The Salil Riverside Hotel, Chatrium Riverside Hotel, Montien Riverside Hotel
• Bang Phlat District: ChangChui Creative Park
• Pathum Wan District: CentralWorld, One Bangkok
• Prawet District: Seacon Square
• Phra Nakhon District: Nagaraphirom Park
• Minburi District: Rim Lagoon Café & Restaurant
• Watthana District: Terminal 21
• Sathorn District: Capella Bangkok Hotel, JC Kevin Hotel

Enjoy the festivities while adhering to the city’s safety guidelines!
Source: The Nation